Airport
Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN)
Friedman Memorial Airport is the main air gateway to Hailey, Ketchum and the Sun Valley resort area in central Idaho. Compare transfer options to Ketchum, Sun Valley, Hailey and nearby Wood River Valley destinations, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Friedman Memorial Airport
Friedman Memorial Airport is a regional commercial airport serving Hailey, the Wood River Valley and the Sun Valley resort area in south-central Idaho. Opened in 1932 and offering scheduled airline service since 1960, it is jointly owned by the City of Hailey and Blaine County and functions as the closest air gateway to Ketchum and Sun Valley.
The airport operates a single passenger terminal with domestic flights from airlines including Alaska, Delta and United, alongside general aviation and private jet services through its fixed-base operator. Despite its compact size, it connects the valley to major hub cities and supports both leisure travel and regional business activity.
Located about one nautical mile southeast of Hailey and roughly 12 miles south of Ketchum and Sun Valley, the airport is reached by car, taxi, shuttle, and the Mountain Rides bus system, with rental cars and parking available on site.
The terminal provides practical passenger amenities such as a local coffee shop, self-service check-in kiosks, Wi-Fi and accessible facilities, making it a straightforward and convenient entry point for visitors arriving in Idaho's Wood River Valley.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Friedman Memorial Airport operates a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights. The compact terminal houses airline ticket counters, a security screening checkpoint and a small gate area in one building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Friedman Memorial Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Friedman Memorial Airport to hotels, lodges and private homes in Ketchum, Sun Valley, Hailey and the wider Wood River Valley.
Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
Rent a car from Friedman Memorial Airport for independent travel between Hailey, Ketchum, Sun Valley and outdoor destinations in central Idaho.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Friedman Memorial Airport, ski resorts, hotels, event venues and other Wood River Valley locations.
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